Just Maui'd

Ryan and I took Blake on his first proper vacation, otherwise known as our first Blake-ation. The trip was a few weeks ago; we traveled to Maui -- a first for all of us. And for Blake, there were quite a few firsts, including his first plane ride, his first time in the ocean, and his first french fries.

The purpose of this trip was to celebrate our second wedding anniversary. Ryan and I were able to sneak away from Blake twice: once for a very nice anniversary dinner overlooking the Pacific, and secondly, for a morning of diving. Blake spent some quality time with a very nice nanny named Susan.

And while I didn't take any pictures of Blake in the ocean (too risky), or Blake eating french fries (didn't have the camera), or of Susan (just didn't think of it) -- I did take quite a few other pics. Enjoy!

Fast Asleep On The Way To The Airport


Blake's On A Plane


First Stop: Costco (No Joke)


Welcome to Hawaii (At the Airport)


Morning in Maui


Kisses For Blake


With Dad At The Westin Waterfall


Ready For The Pool


Not So Sure About This


Chilling Poolside With Dad


More Time With Dad


More Time With Mom


Fast Asleep In My Hotel Crib


Reading The Sunday Paper


At The Bar With Mom & Dad: Go Giants!


Giants Clinch, But Blake Sleeps


Road Trip: The Road To Hana


Road Trip: Maui's Only Winery




Road Trip: Sleeeeeeeepy


Happy Anniversary


Last Day: Family Photo


Headed Home

If You're Happy And You Know It...

Blake learned how to clap! In fact, it makes him so happy, he does it all the time: morning, noon, and night.

Here are a few pictures.




But this story is much better told with a video. Thanks to Aunt Katy for sending this video to me while I was away on business all week.

Ladies and gentlemen, put your hands together for Blake Monster!!!!

Lucky 7

Can you believe it's been 7 months? I've been behind on the blog, which is a testament to how busy the Beckers have been, Blake included. Besides hitting the 7-month mark, Blake hit another big milestone this past weekend. I'll blog about that next. (Tease!)
I also promise to blog about our trip to Maui, and Blake's first time on an airplane. (Another tease!)

In the meantime, here's a look at just how big he's getting.


Seven Months


Six Months


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Four Months


Three Months


Two Months


One Month


One Day

A Look Back

I found some old pictures I thought I'd share. They're in random order, and I have no idea when I took each of them. One thing I do know is this kid is cute!

Blake Likes Presents

Blake Considers Cal Poly For the Future

Morning Coffee With Dad

Blake Leaves His Footprints in Our New Walkway

Blake Goes Grocery Shopping

Blake Cuddles With His Dad

Blake Reads A Book

Blake Wears Big Kid Clothes

Blake After A Bath

Momma Always Said...

...eat your veggies! Blake's been eating his for more than a month now. So far, he likes broccoli, squash, carrots, cauliflower, and peas. Impressive, eh?

I was reluctant to introduce fruit because, knowing how much sweeter it is, I feared he would love the taste so much that he would never want his veggies again.

Turns out I was wrong. Here he is trying a mushed up banana for the first time.



Now here he is with some mixed greens, still mushed up of course.



I guess Blake's going to continue to go bananas... over his veggies.

The Land of the Quick 6

Happy half birthday,
Blake Thomas Becker!

The title of this blog is a reference to how quick life has passed us by since our son was born six months ago. (Plus, it's a bonus tribute to the official start of football season. Don't forget Blake already knows the sign for touchdown! http://tinyurl.com/2axau7j)

Here is the latest pictorial lineup, starting from today and looking backwards.

Six Months


Five Months














Four Months


Three Months


Two Months


One Month


One Day